Chatham County health officials confirmed more cases of the Eastern Equine Encephalitis virus Tuesday in the mosquito population.
Officials detected the new cases in western Chatham County after the virus was found across the county in late May and June.
Eastern Equine Encephalitis is a mosquito-borne virus that causes swelling of the brain and poses a significant risk to humans and horses, according to the Coastal Health District.
Officials asked horse and large animal owners to vaccinate them against the virus. They also advised cleaning water sources every three to four days to prevent mosquitoes from breeding.

SAVANNAH, Ga. —

Chatham County health officials confirmed more cases of the Eastern Equine Encephalitis virus Tuesday in the mosquito population.

Officials detected the new cases in western Chatham County after the virus was found across the county in late May and June.

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Eastern Equine Encephalitis is a mosquito-borne virus that causes swelling of the brain and poses a significant risk to humans and horses, according to the Coastal Health District.

Officials asked horse and large animal owners to vaccinate them against the virus. They also advised cleaning water sources every three to four days to prevent mosquitoes from breeding.